Which birds migrate through the Caribbean region?

The Caribbean region serves as a vital corridor for birds migrating to and from North America, leading to significant seasonal fluctuations in local bird populations.1

Many species of wood warblers (Parulidae) utilize the region during their seasonal flights; while some winter in the West Indies, others, such as the blackpoll warbler, pass through the West Indies on their way to South America. Additionally, birds such as the scarlet tanager and the bobolink migrate through the eastern United States and past Cuba to reach wintering grounds in South America.2

While the Caribbean is home to resident species like parrots, bananaquits, and toucans, the open waters of the region are also frequented by frigate birds, boobies, and tropic birds.1